GULF SHORES, Alabama -- Those hoping to score early bird tickets to next year's Hangout Music Fest didn't have much of a window Saturday.

According to a news release from the festival's organizers, the early bird passes at the general admission, VIP and super VIP levels sold out "within five minutes" of going on sale.

"Year after year, the fans have been unwavering in their support of the Hangout Music Fest," festival founder and owner, Shaul Zislin said in the release. "We're flattered by their overwhelming vote of confidence and can't wait to see everyone on our beautiful beaches in May."

The early bird passes cost $189 for general admission, $799 for VIP, and $1,249 for Super VIP.

The 2013 Hangout Music Fest will take place May 17-19 on the beaches of Gulf Shores. The lineup has not been announced yet.